Smithville High

645 S COMMERCIAL AVE
SMITHVILLE, MO 64089

www.smithvilleschooldistrict.net

845 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Smithville High School, located in Smithville, Missouri, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Smithville School District. Situated at 645 S Commercial Ave, the school is central to the local community and is recognized for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success. The campus functions as a hub for the district’s high school students, offering a blend of rigorous core curriculum, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities designed to foster both intellectual and personal growth.

Beyond its academic offerings, Smithville High School plays a significant role in the town’s culture by emphasizing school spirit through various athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations. The school utilizes its dedicated website to maintain transparent communication with families, providing resources regarding district policies, academic calendars, and event information. As part of a district focused on student achievement, the high school continuously strives to balance traditional education with modern tools and community-centered values to support the diverse needs of its student body.

845

Total Students

51.5

Full-Time Teachers

16.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

11.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Smithville High
Demographic	Student Count
White	760
Hispanic	49
Black	11
Asian	3
Two or More	20
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
760 (89.9%)
Hispanic
49 (5.8%)
Two or More
20 (2.4%)
Black
11 (1.3%)
Asian
3 (0.4%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	SMITHVILLE R-II
Phone:	(816)532-0405
Website:	http://www.smithvilleschooldistrict.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	845
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	51.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	73
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	26

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 213

Grade 10 215

Grade 11 202

Grade 12 215